County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors August 11, 2026 9:30 a.m.

The County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors held a meeting on August 11, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and contract approvals. Key procurement actions included the approval of a contract with the Metropolitan Planning Group to provide planning and land use consulting services for the Stanford University general use permit application, selected through a single-source process due to their prior involvement and expertise. The board also discussed funding and grant allocations for various county programs, including early childhood education workforce development initiatives supported by First Five Santa Clara County, and behavioral health services expansion with updates on treatment beds and workforce development efforts. Additionally, the board addressed a petition from Univision regarding a tax-defaulted property sale, ultimately voting to continue the public hearing to allow further negotiation between parties. Several motions were passed to receive reports and direct off-agenda follow-ups on programs such as the Miko program, home visiting expansion feasibility, and behavioral health services. The meeting also covered budget updates related to healthcare funding and indigent care, with concerns raised about state-level shifts affecting managed care populations. Overall, the meeting focused on contract approvals, budget considerations, program expansions, and ongoing negotiations impacting county services and infrastructure.